Guess the $100 Bordeaux
Little Washington Winery 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, United StatesThe Bordeaux region of France is the most famous and highly coveted wine region in the world. The Gironde estuary cuts through the center of the region creating two banks: a left bank and a right bank. Come learn your left bank from your right bank as we taste Bordeaux style wines blindly with a […]
Santa Visit Gray Ghost Vineyards
Gray Ghost Vineyards 14706 Lee Highway, AmissvilleChildren of all ages are invited to bring their wish lists and visit Santa Claus. Free gift for each child. Cameras encouraged. 540-937-4869 No reservations necessary.
Bubbles Bubbles Bubbles at Little Washington Winery
Little Washington Winery 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, United StatesThere are bubbles and then there are “come quick, I’m tasting the stars” bubbles. Learn how specific grapes and production techniques influence sparkling wines. Learn why Prosecco is a great choice for mimosas, the reason Champagne is so expensive and all about alternative bubblies from around the world. We’ll test a few cocktail recipes as […]
South American Wines
Little Washington Winery 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, United StatesOnce every decade or so a wine grape comes along that transcends region, winery, or even common sense to become a brand unto itself. Malbec has joined that illustrious club as Americas current darling of wine. Let’s add a few other grapes we bet you’ve never tried from the same region, including the healthiest grape […]
15 Rules of Food and Wine Pairing
Little Washington Winery 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, United StatesThe ultimate live tasting experience. Our winemaker leads this tasting full of whites, rosés, reds, bubblies and sweet wines – along the way adding exquisite citrusy, savory, spicy, salty, umami and sweet foods to teach the 15 rules of perfect food & wine pairing.
Girl Scout Cookie and Wine Pairing at Magnolia Vineyards
Magnolia Vineyards and Winery 200 Viewtown Rd., Amissville, VACookie and Wine Pairing at Magnolia Vineyards March 2 and 3. The flight includes cookies paired with 5 wines. No reservation required, while supplies last! Plus a local Girl Scout Troop will be on-site selling cookies.
JULY 4th Fireworks Celebration
449 Ben Venue Road, Flint Hill, Ba 22627 98 Ben Venue Rd, Flint HillSPERRYVILLE VOLUNTEER FIRE AND RESCUE’S July 4th. fireworks display.
Triple Threat-Cheese, Chocolate, & Wine
Little Washington Winery 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, United StatesThis is the class we said we would never do all at once! In this live tasting we'll taste cheeses and desserts and chocolates and wines all together to see what it does to our palate. Somebody's got to do it right? Learning how to appreciate flavors, as well as being able to pair them […]
Open on New Year’s Eve
The White Moose Inn Main Street, Washington, Virginia, United StatesWe will be open on Tuesday, December 31st!
Vintner’s Table Learning Lunch at Little Washington Winery
Little Washington Winery 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, United StatesCulinary - This guided wine and food pairing happens at lunch time with our winemaker, Donna, using five categories of wine and tapas sized food pairings to take you all the way through a lunchtime meal, including three entrees, three cheeses in the cheese course, three desserts and three chocolate delicacies. You’ll learn how to […]
How to Pair Dessert and Wine at Little Washington Winery
Little Washington Winery 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, United StatesLet’s address the impossible pairing! Experts say dessert and wine cannot possibly be put into your mouth at the same time. Technically they are right - better be careful, some of these flavors are in definite conflict! Wine enhances taste, creating an entirely new flavor profile. Desserts are no different. Making the perfect dessert and […]
Cookie and Wine Pairing at Magnolia Vineyards
Magnolia Vineyards and Winery 200 Viewtown Rd., Amissville, VAEnjoy 5 Girl Scout cookies paired with 5 of our wines at Magnolia Vineyards. No reservation required. A local troop will be on site selling cookies as well.
Annual Barrel Tasting at Gray Ghost Vineyards
Gray Ghost Vineyards 14706 Lee Highway, AmissvilleTaste developing wines directly from the barrel in Gray Ghost's underground barrel room! This is the ONLY weekend of the year that wines are sampled from the barrel. No reservations necessary. Featured wines: 2024 Chardonnay 2024 Petit Verdot 2024 Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 Petit Verdot 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve futures of the intense 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon. […]
Opening Reception for New Show
Gay Street Gallery 337 Gay Street, WashingtonA reception with the artists for our new exhibition -- paintings by Phyllis Northup and Gaston Lacombe and wooden vessels by Jason Goldman. Refreshments will be served!
Wine Library Tasting at Gray Ghost Vineyards
Gray Ghost Vineyards 14706 Lee Highway, AmissvilleEnjoy 4 vintages of Gray Ghost wine in the wine library with owners and winemakers Al and Cheryl Kellert. A limited number of wines are available for purchase for those people participating. This open house style event takes place from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Reservations recommended. 540-937-4869. This spring we are focusing on the 2006 […]
Gray Ghost’s 2nd Annual Seafood Boil with Blue Ridge Seafood
Gray Ghost Vineyards 14706 Lee Highway, AmissvilleBack by popular demand! We had so much fun last year, we are doing it again this year! Enjoy seafood from everyone's favorite restaurant Blue Ridge Seafood! Blue Ridge Seafood will be serving up Seafood Boil all weekend! Lunch served from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Live music from 1:00 to 4:00 pm by John […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day Weekend at Gray Ghost!
Gray Ghost Vineyards 14706 Lee Highway, AmissvilleCelebrate Mother's Day at Gray Ghost Vineyards! Enjoy the new release 2024 Gewurztraminer! Live music by Valerie Von Fange on Saturday from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and Kirsten Hazler on Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Talk of the Mountain Seafood on Mother's Day! Picnics welcome!
4th Friday Yappy Hour at Magnolia Vineyards
Magnolia Vineyards and Winery 200 Viewtown Rd., Amissville, VAWe are kicking off the summer with our 4th Friday Yappy Hour, staying open late (until 8pm)! Come relax and enjoy live music with Brian Chafin 4:30pm - 7:30pm, Picnic boxes with Empanadas and more from Garcia & Gavino, and wine specials!
Reception with Artists
Gay Street Gallery 337 Gay Street, WashingtonJoin Cathy Suiter and Maureen Storey for the opening of their new show at Gay Street Gallery -- food and drink will be served, and there will also be new items from the Gallery Owners' Collection and new work by Aster da Fonseca as well.
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at Gray Ghost!
Gray Ghost Vineyards 14706 Lee Highway, AmissvilleEnjoy a relaxing Memorial Day Weekend at Gray Ghost! Talk of the Mountain Seafood will be in attendance Saturday and Sunday. Live music by John Sweet Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Monday we feature local original musician Ben Mason and friends from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Picnics welcome!
Summer Camp with Bold Beginnings Equestrian
Essential school-readiness skills will be highlighted during horse care and horse riding activities. Over the course of four hours, for three days, students will practice grooming, balance exercises on horseback, and assist with age appropriate horse care while developing a sense of teamwork, confidence, time management, responsibility, and more. Additionally, campers will participate in fun […]
Wine Dinner at Magnolia Vineyards
Magnolia Vineyards and Winery 200 Viewtown Rd., Amissville, VAJoin us in the tasting room and enjoy a four course Spring-themed dinner expertly curated by Chef Don Higby, accompanied with Magnolia wines. We expect seats to go fast, so don't delay in making your reservations! Arrive at 6pm and enjoy passed appetizers with a welcome wine. Dinner begins with the salad course at 6:30pm. […]
Yoga in the Vineyard at Magnolia
Magnolia Vineyards and Winery 200 Viewtown Rd., Amissville, VARelax with a yoga class in the vineyard with Monica for $25, includes one glass of wine to enjoy after the class. After your class (and with your glass of wine), grab lunch from The Grille District food truck, plus we have live acoustic music starting at 2pm. Visit our Website Events page for the […]
Aromas of Wine, at Little Washington Winery
Little Washington Winery 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, United StatesCan you describe the fragrance of a fresh peach without saying that it smells “like” something else? Wine is a poetic drink. A complex glass of wine can have a dozen aromas and flavors waiting to be discovered. As wine is exposed to air it evolves and new aromas and flavors reveal themselves. Each varietal […]
15 Rules of Food and Wine Pairing a Little Washington Winery
Little Washington Winery 72 Christmas Tree Lane, Washington, United StatesAlthough sipping on award-winning wines is a delight, once you bring food into the equation the experience moves to an extraordinary level of discovery. Experience a fun, educational, and delectable Food and Wine pairing class. You will learn how to appreciate your palate and pair wines – spanning from whites and rosés, to reds, dry, […]
Rapp at Home 10th Anniversary Celebration Picnic
Rappahannock County Park 7 Park Lane, Washington, VAEnjoy an afternoon of free food, beverages, and friendly conversation. Learn about our programs and services, and connect with neighbors and friends. Join us at the Rappahannock County Park off of Lee Highway in Washington, VA, starting at noon. Food will be served from 12:30 to 2:30 pm. Bring your family and friends— everyone is […]